Blank price, then lettering, then the gas.
How the pricing works
The headline price is the **blank** balloon. Lettering and graphics are a separate line, and the amount depends on the size because the print area does.
So a 13-foot blimp with your name on it is $975 plus $537, which is $1,512 delivered before shipping and helium. We quote it that way rather than folding it into one number, because plenty of customers buy blank.
Add-on charges
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Each letter over 13 per side | $6.50 |
| Each additional colour, both sides | $109.00 |
| Different message on the second side | $125.00 |
| Internal LED light kit | $309.00 |
| Helium hose | $42.00 |
Helium
Buy it locally from a welding-gas or industrial-gas supplier, around $300 for a 200 cubic foot cylinder, roughly $1.50 per cubic foot.
Use the fill volumes on the home page to work out your own number. A 4.5-foot sphere needs 65 cubic feet. A 30-foot blimp needs 1,510, which is more than seven cylinders for a single fill.
Ask about cylinder rental terms on your first call. That is the cost people forget.
What is the largest you make?
A 30-foot blimp, and a 14-foot sphere.
Is lettering included?
No. It is a separate charge that varies by size.
Do you make cold-air inflatables?
Yes. Custom shapes on a blower, up to around 25 feet.
Which size should I buy?
Tell us the road and the distance. Usually not the biggest.
What does a big one cost to fill?
A 30 ft blimp takes 1,510 cu ft, roughly $2,265 at typical rates.
Ask for a quote. Call 1-800-791-1445 or email [email protected] and tell us the size and whether you want it printed.
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